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I have been off work since December and had to have a radical orchidectomy. I have now been told I have to start chemotherapy. I recieve company sick pay which will decrease after 8 weeks but it still isn't enough to cover bills. I'm behind on my car,rent,council tax,gas and can't get help because I'm being punished for working. I have no savings etc. I have an 11 year old son and I'm struggling so bad with everything. The debt is growing and I'm going to end up killing myself 

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  • Hi Hamiltonlad,

    Jolamine has already given you some great advice, thoughts and signposting on this. I wanted to send an additional reply to reiterate what she said, and to drop in some links. Here is the link to Macmillan, where you can find a number of resources and also their helpline. Here is their specific page on financial support.

    Here is the link to Maggie's, where you can check if you have a nearby support centre.

    As Jolamine mentioned, if ever you feel you're really struggling, please call Samaritans on 116 123. They are available for support or just for a chat, 24/7.

    I also hope this forum can be of some support to you - do use it whenever you feel you'd like to, to write things down and to reach out to others. It is a very understanding and supportive community.

    We are all here for you whenever you need it.

    Wishing you all the best,

    Ben
    Cancer Chat Moderator

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  • Hi Hamiltonlad,

    Jolamine has already given you some great advice, thoughts and signposting on this. I wanted to send an additional reply to reiterate what she said, and to drop in some links. Here is the link to Macmillan, where you can find a number of resources and also their helpline. Here is their specific page on financial support.

    Here is the link to Maggie's, where you can check if you have a nearby support centre.

    As Jolamine mentioned, if ever you feel you're really struggling, please call Samaritans on 116 123. They are available for support or just for a chat, 24/7.

    I also hope this forum can be of some support to you - do use it whenever you feel you'd like to, to write things down and to reach out to others. It is a very understanding and supportive community.

    We are all here for you whenever you need it.

    Wishing you all the best,

    Ben
    Cancer Chat Moderator

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